Last days of summer are upon us when the breeze is cool and the sun spots are still hot. Stephen wanted to explore lights, shadows and focus to bring the viewer into the shots. He has recently been inspired by seasonality and the beauty of Farmer’s Market end of summer bounty. Focusing on the incredible variety of color in fruits and vegetables, he highlights that stunningly simple ingredients are eye catching on their own or as mouthwatering dishes.

Stephen Hamilton Productions combines Stephen’s photography and directing talents with those of a full-service production company, featuring an expert team of food stylists, prop stylists, lighting technicians, and special effects professionals. Their flexible, generous studio space in Chicago accommodates multiple shoots, offering clients start-to-finish capabilities.

The Stephen Hamilton Productions studio also hosts a 4,000 square foot prop room brimming with surfaces, dishes, flatware, and more in every material, texture, and color imaginable. Their team uses their endless creativity and expert vision to choose just-right pieces to bring any shoot to life.